Hunter Mountain vs Kicking Horse
Comparing Hunter Mountain (NY) and Kicking Horse (BC) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Hunter Mountain
Hunter, NY
Epic pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$89
Season pass$1,051
Kicking Horse
Golden, BC
Epic pass
Window price$175
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Hunter Mountain | Kicking Horse | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $139 | $175 | Hunter Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $149 | Hunter Mountain |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 85" | 360" | Kicking Horse |
| Skiable acres | 247 | 3,486 | Kicking Horse |
| Vertical drop | 1,600' | 4,314' | Kicking Horse |
| Runs | 76 | 129 | Kicking Horse |
| Lifts | 13 | 13 | Tied |
| Summit elevation | 4,040' | 8,124' | Kicking Horse |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 10% | Hunter Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 45% | 60% | Kicking Horse |
| Average lift wait | 15 min | 6 min | Kicking Horse |
The Match
Hunter Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $149 entry). Kicking Horse is significantly bigger (3,486 vs 247 acres). Kicking Horse sees more snow (360" vs 85"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.